That is not illegal. It's just not very smart.

Can I name my clothing brand "Kleenex" as long as the tissue company does not sell clothing?

My colleagues are correct. Do not even consider using a famous mark unless you want to be in court and pay considerable sums. Please speak with...

Legally speaking, is a "slickdeals" or Groupon type site considered to be in the same industry as a Facebook, Amazon or Yelp?

The same industry? If by the same you mean accessible on the internet, then yes they are the same industry. Other than that, these business models...

I believe my business partner has been miss using funds that I invested into the company.

Speak with a business attorney today. There are so many issues at play that impact your rights and options including securities laws and other...

Legally what could happen if one admits to conspiring with others to change the estate of a family member to benefit them?

Depending on the facts, there could be civil claims and possibly criminal claims. It really all depends. The family should not agree to a thing...

I am seeking legal advise on a matter regarding a verbal contract and/or agreement.

You will have to hire a local contract litigator to help you and provide you advice. Your rights depend on the written contract terms and the facts...

Question about what do I do if I see my lawyer being dishonest.

My colleague is correct. You provide no relevant facts and there is never a need or a sane reason to use names here. Your example is also not very...

Is it legal for my employer to force me to change my schedule, but to allow another employee in an identical role to keep theirs

Is it discriminatory? Yes. Is it illegal discrimination? That is impossible to know based on your limited facts. Unless you have a contract that...

My HOA disclosed about 6 months ago, by letter from their attorney, that most of the homeowners were either being overcharged,

If they overcharged, they will have to account for that money in some valid manner. They can either reimburse the owners directly, take that out of...

I have credit card debt from online gambling. I also suffer from a mood disorder that includes compulsion and risk taking.

There is no law that provides for debt relief based on mood disorders and compulsions. Speak with a bankruptcy attorney.